Senior Engineering Technician

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop smartphone wearable device voice-controlled gadget flexible screen VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles integrated circuits packaging printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists engineers data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the worlds leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrows electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design KLAs Global Products Group (GPG) which is responsible for creating all of KLAs metrology and inspection products is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist software engineers application development engineers and senior product technology process engineers. The RAPID division is the world leading provider of reticle inspection solutions for the semiconductor industry. The company provides inspection solutions to both the mask shops and the semiconductor fabs to ensure that lithography yields are consistently high thus enabling cost-effective manufacturing.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

At our core we build sophisticated semiconductor equipment that depends on precision engineering disciplined execution and people who enjoy solving difficult hardware problems. We are looking for a Senior Engineering Technician who wants to be directly involved in building testing troubleshooting repairing and installing complex semiconductor systems. This is a hands-on role where we work closely with engineers to turn designs into functioning hardware and continuously improve the reliability and performance of our equipment.

We are interested in someone who takes pride in figuring things out. When a subsystem is not performing as expected do you want to understand why When a vacuum chamber fails qualification do you dig into the details rather than wait for someone else to solve the problem If so you may be a strong fit for our team.

Working alongside mechanical electrical systems and manufacturing engineers we assemble and integrate semiconductor capital equipment from the ground up. This includes installing vacuum hardware wiring electrical systems bringing up controls executing test procedures diagnosing failures and supporting equipment installations.

• Building and integrating semiconductor equipment and subsystems

• Troubleshooting electrical vacuum mechanical pneumatic and control system issues

• Assembling and maintaining ultra-high vacuum chambers pumps gauges valves and gas delivery hardware

• Performing helium leak testing and vacuum qualification activities

• Wiring electrical cabinets control systems sensors interlocks and cable assemblies

• Supporting prototype builds engineering experiments upgrades and production systems

• Using diagnostic equipment such as DVMs clamp-on amp meters oscilloscopes and power supplies

• Contributing to root-cause investigations and corrective action efforts

Some days may be spent assembling new hardware. Other days may require tracking down an intermittent electrical problem resolving a vacuum leak or helping bring a newly integrated system online. The variety keeps the work interesting and provides opportunities to learn from experienced engineers and technicians.

We are seeking a technician with 10 to 15 years of semiconductor industry experience and a strong background supporting semiconductor capital equipment.

• Ultra-high vacuum (UHV) systems

• Cleanroom and contamination control practices

• Electrical wiring and troubleshooting

• Control systems and equipment interlocks

• Mechanical assembly and system integration

• Reading electrical schematics and engineering drawings

• Electrical test equipment including DVMs and clamp-on amp meters

Experience supporting equipments from semiconductor manufacturing industries is highly desirable.

This role requires regular hands-on work around large systems and equipment. Team members must be able to stand for extended periods squat kneel bend reach and safely lift components weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. Work is performed in engineering labs manufacturing areas and cleanroom environments where appropriate protective equipment is required.

Travel Requirements

This role requires up to 25% domestic and international travel to support the installation qualification maintenance troubleshooting and field service of advanced semiconductor capital equipment at customer and manufacturing site.

We build complex machines. We solve difficult technical problems. We depend on people who enjoy working with hardware and take pride in delivering quality work. If that describes you wed like to hear from you!

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a minimum of 4 - 6 years of related experience

Base Pay Range: $32.07 - $54.52 Per Hour

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLAs total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical dental vision life and other voluntary benefits 401(K) including company matching employee stock purchase program (ESPP) student debt assistance tuition reimbursement program development and career growth opportunities and programs financial planning benefits wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP) paid time off and paid company holidays and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors including state minimum pay wage rates location job-related skills experience and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at or at 1- to request accommodation.

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